Joaquin Christmas Festival Brings Out the Christmas Spirit

Another Intersection Open on the Downtown Square

Corner of Tenaha Street and Nacogdoches is open.

Don't Be Fooled by Social Security Scam Callers!

December 2, 2020 - Shelby County Today has had reports from citizens of increased scam calls where the caller is claiming to be from the Social Security Administration. The caller is stating that your social security number has been compromised in an attempt of tricking you or bullying you into giving your personal information!

The Inspector General in December 2018 warned the public about fraudulent phone calls threatening arrest or legal action. The article provided advise regarding how to handle a scammer.

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Dave Campbell's Texas Football's 2020 Whataburger Super Team

December 2, 2020 - For the third consecutive year, Dave Campbell’s Texas Football and Whataburger have teamed up to give fans the opportunity to honor the best and brightest stars in Texas high school football with the 2020 Whataburger Super Team!

The form to nominate a player for the Whataburger Super Team! - https://www.texasfootball.com/whataburger-super-team/form

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TFCP Awards 2020 Do-Gooder of the Year to 50 Women Impact

December 1, 2020 - The Texas Forest Country Partnership (TFCP) 2020 Do-Gooder of the Year award for Shelby County was given to the 50 Women Impact during the Economic Development Summit held on November 18, 2020 virtually.

50 Women Impact Group Donates $10,400 to CASA; Over $43,000 in 2020

December 2, 2020 - The 50 Women Impact group made their final donation of 2020 to CASA of Deep East Texas. It was announced on November 20th after the votes had been cast and the total contributed to CASA rose to $10,400.

Be Prepared for Freezing Weather Overnight in Shelby County

November 30, 2020 - According to the National Weather Service weather forecast, temperatures tonight will be below freezing across the Shelby County area until around 9am Tuesday morning.

Newly Elected Council Members Sworn In; Appreciation Given to Raybon for Service

From left: Council Members Cathy Atkinson, Steve Cockrell, Jessie Griffith, Frank Cooper, and Mike Cummings, Jr.

Golden Eye Clinic Gives Thanks to Its Community

November 23, 2020 - With a thankful heart, Golden Eye Clinic with the assistance of Shelby Savings Bank gave thanks by giving free hotdogs and chips to patients and friends on Thursday, November 19th, one week before Thanksgiving.

Chamber's 98th Awards Celebration Honors Seven; Ragan Receives Young Citizen Award

November 19, 2020 - The 98th Annual Awards Celebration for the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce was held at the John D. Windham Civic Center with awards being presented in recognition of volunteerism, hard work, as well as contributions to the community.

Chamber of Commerce President Deborah Chadwick started the evenings event with a welcome and an introduction of the guest speakers and the awards presentations coming.

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